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Britain’s King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says
Read full article: Britain’s King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace saysKing Charles III is back. The 75-year-old monarch will resume his public duties next week following a three-month break to focus on his treatment and recuperation after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer, Buckingham Palace said Friday.
This is what Queen Elizabeth’s coronation looked like in 1953
Read full article: This is what Queen Elizabeth’s coronation looked like in 1953There is a very special coronation happening very soon for King Charles, but until then, let’s look back at photos of what Queen Elizabeth’s coronation looked like, all the way back in 1953, shall we?
Anthem for Charles III’s coronation written by Lloyd Webber
Read full article: Anthem for Charles III’s coronation written by Lloyd WebberAndrew Lloyd Webber, the English composer who created the scores for blockbuster musicals such as “Cats,’’ “The Phantom of the Opera’’ and “Evita,’’ has written the anthem for King Charles III’s coronation, adapting a piece of church music that encourages singers to make a “joyful noise.”.
In memoir, Prince Harry says William attacked him during row
Read full article: In memoir, Prince Harry says William attacked him during rowPrince Harry alleges in a much-anticipated new memoir that his brother Prince William lashed out and physically attacked him during a furious argument over the brothers’ deteriorating relationship.
Prince Harry says he wants his father and brother back
Read full article: Prince Harry says he wants his father and brother backPrince Harry has said he wants to have his father and brother back and that he wants “a family, not an institution,” during a TV interview ahead of the publication of his memoir.
UK royal aide says sorry to charity boss over race comment
Read full article: UK royal aide says sorry to charity boss over race commentA royal aide who resigned after asking a Black British charity director where she was “really” from has apologized in person and promised to educate herself about racism.
UK royals keep calm, carry on after Harry and Meghan series
Read full article: UK royals keep calm, carry on after Harry and Meghan seriesBritain’s royal family is staying silent over the second half of Prince Harry and Meghan’s documentary series, which made hard-hitting claims against Harry’s brother, Prince William.
Harry-Meghan doc offers sweeping indictment of tabloid press
Read full article: Harry-Meghan doc offers sweeping indictment of tabloid pressPrince Harry and his wife, Meghan, offered a sweeping indictment of Britain’s media and the racism they believe has fueled coverage of their relationship in a Netflix documentary series that promises to tell the “full story” of the couple’s estrangement from the royal family.
UK to declare bank holiday May 8 to honor King Charles III
Read full article: UK to declare bank holiday May 8 to honor King Charles IIIThe United Kingdom will have another reason to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, for the government has declared a special public holiday to mark the occasion.
'Bubble barrier' among finalists for Prince William's prize
Read full article: 'Bubble barrier' among finalists for Prince William's prizeA bubble barrier that prevents plastic waste from reaching the ocean is one of 15 initiatives named as finalists for the year’s Earthshot Prize, a global competition aimed at finding new ways to protect the planet and tackle climate change.
King Charles III to be crowned May 6 next year, palace says
Read full article: King Charles III to be crowned May 6 next year, palace saysKing Charles III will be crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6 in a ceremony that will embrace the past but look to the modern world after the 70-year reign of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
In 1st speech as Prince of Wales, William champions wildlife
Read full article: In 1st speech as Prince of Wales, William champions wildlifePrince William has delivered his first speech as heir to the throne at a wildlife protection summit The choice of venue signals that the royal family will continue to champion environmental protection as King Charles III is forced to step back from front-line campaigning.
King Charles III in first engagement since queen's death
Read full article: King Charles III in first engagement since queen's deathKing Charles III and his wife Camilla, the queen consort, have visited Scotland in their first joint public engagement since the royal mourning period to remember Queen Elizabeth II ended.
King Charles III decides not to attend climate summit
Read full article: King Charles III decides not to attend climate summitKing Charles III has decided not to attend the international climate change summit in Egypt next month, fueling speculation that the new monarch will have to rein in his environmental activism now that he has ascended the throne.
Hundreds line up to pay respects to late queen in Windsor
Read full article: Hundreds line up to pay respects to late queen in WindsorHundreds of royal fans have lined up outside Windsor Castle for the chance to pay their final respects to Queen Elizabeth II as the chapel where the late monarch is buried opened to the public for the first time since her death.
'An inspiration': Tributes to UK's late queen at UN meeting
Read full article: 'An inspiration': Tributes to UK's late queen at UN meetingThis year’s U.N. General Assembly meeting of world leaders comes on the heels of another event that reverberated internationally — the death of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II.
Leader Truss says queen's death is 'difficult moment' for UK
Read full article: Leader Truss says queen's death is 'difficult moment' for UKBritish Prime Minister Liz Truss says the death of Queen Elizabeth II is a “very difficult moment” for the country," and dealing with it has been a challenge for her untested new government.
'I didn't want to miss it': Royal funeral on global live TV
Read full article: 'I didn't want to miss it': Royal funeral on global live TVIn movie theatres and pubs, on giant screens and smartphones, people watched and pundits droned on as Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in London flooded the airwaves live across time zones and continents.
Queen put to rest with Philip, her parents in Windsor chapel
Read full article: Queen put to rest with Philip, her parents in Windsor chapelAfter the pomp and pageantry of a grand state funeral, Queen Elizabeth II has been laid to rest with her husband and parents in an intimate ceremony at Windsor away from media cameras.
The world bids final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II
Read full article: The world bids final farewell to Queen Elizabeth IIBritain and the world are laying Queen Elizabeth II to rest on Monday at a state funeral that is drawing presidents and kings, princes and prime ministers — and up to a million people lining the streets of London to say a final goodbye to a monarch whose 70-year reign defined an age.
By the numbers: Facts and figures about the queen's funeral
Read full article: By the numbers: Facts and figures about the queen's funeralEvents surrounding Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral on Monday cap 10 days of national mourning and are expected to be watched by hundreds of thousands of people packed onto the streets of London and millions around the world.
Bidens among thousands paying respects to Queen Elizabeth II
Read full article: Bidens among thousands paying respects to Queen Elizabeth IIU.S. President Joe Biden paid his respects at Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin as thousands of police, hundreds of British troops and an army of officials made final preparations for the queen’s state funeral.
Queen's death is reminder of disappearing WWII generation
Read full article: Queen's death is reminder of disappearing WWII generationThe long good-bye for Queen Elizabeth II is a reminder of a broader truth playing out with little fanfare across Britain: The nation is bidding farewell to the men and women who fought the country’s battles during World War II.
US-UK relations enter new chapter as new PM, king settle in
Read full article: US-UK relations enter new chapter as new PM, king settle inPresident Joe Biden heads to the United Kingdom to pay his respects to Queen Elizabeth II at a time of transition in US-UK relations, as both a new monarch and a new prime minister are settling in.
Queen's death triggers media bonanza in works for decades
Read full article: Queen's death triggers media bonanza in works for decadesPlans by news organizations that have been in place for years — even decades — to cover the death of Queen Elizabeth II were triggered and tested when the event took place.
WATCH LIVE: Military rehearse queen’s Windsor procession, Queen’s grandchildren stand vigil by her coffin
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Military rehearse queen’s Windsor procession, Queen’s grandchildren stand vigil by her coffinHundreds of troops from the British army, air force and navy have taken part in the first full rehearsal of the procession that will bring the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II to its final resting place.
Queen's 8 grandchildren hold silent vigil beside her coffin
Read full article: Queen's 8 grandchildren hold silent vigil beside her coffinAll eight of Queen Elizabeth II’s grandchildren have stood in silent vigil beside her coffin, capping another huge day in which thousands came to pay their respects to the monarch.
Royal fans give London tourism a bump amid UK economic woes
Read full article: Royal fans give London tourism a bump amid UK economic woesHotels, restaurants and shops are packed as royal fans pour into the heart of London to experience the flag-lined roads, pomp-filled processions and brave a mileslong line for the once-in-a-lifetime chance to bid adieu to Queen Elizabeth II.
Live updates: Beatrice, Eugenie praise queen for her support
Read full article: Live updates: Beatrice, Eugenie praise queen for her supportPrince Andrew's daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, have issued a touching statement mourning the loss of their grandmother and praising her for the support and guidance she gave them.
You can watch a livestream of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral and queue line
Read full article: You can watch a livestream of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral and queue lineQueen Elizabeth II is lying-in-state at Westminster Hall in London, and thousands of people are patiently waiting in line to pay their respect to the Queen who ruled for over 70 years.
Queue for queen's coffin reopened, wait hits 24 hours
Read full article: Queue for queen's coffin reopened, wait hits 24 hoursA surging tide of people — ranging from London retirees to former England soccer captain David Beckham — have lined up to file past Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin as it lies in state at Parliament.
Live updates: Japan emperor, empress head to UK for funeral
Read full article: Live updates: Japan emperor, empress head to UK for funeralJapanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako left for Britain on Saturday to attend Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral to pay respects to her and the British royal family who considered as a model for Japan’s monarchy in modern history.
New Zealand republic debate complicated by Māori treaty
Read full article: New Zealand republic debate complicated by Māori treatyThe death of Queen Elizabeth II last week has reignited debate in New Zealand about whether it should continue recognizing Britain’s monarch as its symbolic head of state or take the final step toward independence by becoming a republic.
What's next for the UK as Queen Elizabeth II laid to rest
Read full article: What's next for the UK as Queen Elizabeth II laid to restThe death of Queen Elizabeth II has triggered a tightly choreographed series of ceremonial and constitutional steps, as Britain undergoes a national mourning and heralds the reign of King Charles III.
WATCH LIVE: Thousands continue to line up to see queen’s coffin; King Charles III spends quiet day in private
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Thousands continue to line up to see queen’s coffin; King Charles III spends quiet day in privateThousands of mourners lined up through the night to file past the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II in Parliament’s Westminster Hall on Thursday, as King Charles III spent a day in private to reflect on his first week on the throne.
Live updates: Prince says procession aroused Diana memories
Read full article: Live updates: Prince says procession aroused Diana memoriesPrince William has told well-wishers that walking behind the coffin of his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, brought back memories of the funeral of his mother, Princess Diana.
Australian PM supports Charles's continuing climate advocacy
Read full article: Australian PM supports Charles's continuing climate advocacyAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it would be “perfectly acceptable” for King Charles III to continue to advocate for climate change action in his new apolitical role as monarch.
Leaky pen and staff job cuts: King Charles under scrutiny
Read full article: Leaky pen and staff job cuts: King Charles under scrutinyReports that up to 100 staff at King Charles III’s former residence could lose their jobs have drawn criticism of the British monarchy, within days of his accession to the throne.
Huge line to view monarch's coffin is queue fit for a queen
Read full article: Huge line to view monarch's coffin is queue fit for a queenBritons famously love to line up, but marshaling hundreds of thousands of people who want to view the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II will test Britain’s famous capacity for queuing to its limit.
Queen Elizabeth II’s casket lying in state at Westminster Hall after solemn procession
Read full article: Queen Elizabeth II’s casket lying in state at Westminster Hall after solemn processionQueen Elizabeth II left Buckingham Palace for the last time Wednesday, her coffin borne to the Houses of Parliament by a horse-drawn gun carriage and trailed by grieving family members.
What to know about the queen's lying in state in Westminster
Read full article: What to know about the queen's lying in state in WestminsterHundreds of thousands of people are expected to flock to London’s medieval Westminster Hall from Wednesday to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II, whose coffin will lie in state for four days until her funeral on Monday.
"History": Thousands come for last glimpse of queen
Read full article: "History": Thousands come for last glimpse of queenThousands of people turned out in the rain to hoping to catch one last glimpse of Queen Elizabeth II's coffin as it was driven to Buckingham Palace following its return from Scotland.
WATCH LIVE: Queen Elizabeth II’s casket arrives at Buckingham Palace
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Queen Elizabeth II’s casket arrives at Buckingham PalacePeople waited outside St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh for up to six hours Tuesday to pay their respects to the late monarch, whose body will be transferred to London later in the day.
King Charles to Belfast, queen’s coffin to return to London
Read full article: King Charles to Belfast, queen’s coffin to return to LondonThe coffin of Queen Elizabeth II has returned to Buckingham Palace, moving through a drizzly London as crowds lined the route for a glimpse of the hearse and to bid her farewell.
Anger over past, indifference meet queen’s death in India
Read full article: Anger over past, indifference meet queen’s death in IndiaJust hours before news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death spread, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a fiery speech urging India to shed its colonial ties in a ceremony to rename a boulevard that once honored King George V.
South Florida residents share condolences for queen at British consulate in Miami
Read full article: South Florida residents share condolences for queen at British consulate in MiamiThe United Kingdom’s diplomatic post in Miami opened its doors Monday to allow South Florida residents to share their condolences for the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Charles III and the 'weight of history' of Westminster Hall
Read full article: Charles III and the 'weight of history' of Westminster HallIn his first visit to Britain’s Parliament as monarch, King Charles III spoke of feeling the “weight of history which surrounds us” and referenced his “medieval predecessors” as he pledged to follow in his late mother Queen Elizabeth II’s footsteps and uphold the principles of constitutional monarchy.
Body of Queen Elizabeth II lies in state in Edinburgh, Scotland
Read full article: Body of Queen Elizabeth II lies in state in Edinburgh, ScotlandBritain’s new king and queen consort met with members of Parliament Monday at Westminster Hall before traveling back to Scotland to join other members of the royal family for a procession to St. Giles Cathedral, where the queen’s coffin will lie in rest to allow the people of Scotland to pay their respects.
Queen hailed in Scotland as a 'constant in all our lives'
Read full article: Queen hailed in Scotland as a 'constant in all our lives'As Queen Elizabeth II’s four children walked silently behind, a hearse carried her flag-draped coffin along a crowd-lined street in the Scottish capital to St. Giles' Cathedral.
New Zealand PM says no republic plan following queen's death
Read full article: New Zealand PM says no republic plan following queen's deathNew Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says her government will not pursue any moves to change the country into a republic following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Australian PM defends ban on Parliament due to royal's death
Read full article: Australian PM defends ban on Parliament due to royal's deathAustralia’s prime minister has defended an obscure and longstanding protocol that bars the nation’s parliament from sitting for 15 days following a British monarch’s death.